Nations in Asia can enhance their ability to navigate energy shocks by learning from past crises and embracing a long-term approach, a new whitepaper by the Asia Natural Gas & Energy Association (ANGEA) has detailed.
Rethinking Energy Security in Asia – Best Practices for an Uncertain Future examines the resilience and flexibility of energy systems across Asia, as well as individual nations’ responses to the closure of the Strait of Hormuz.
While there is no universal solution to energy security in Asia, there are many common challenges — and opportunities for countries to learn from each other’s experiences.
ANGEA Acting CEO Stephanie Duran said the whitepaper was a “playbook” nations could draw on as they looked to build greater resilience in their energy systems.
The whitepaper highlights case studies in seven key best practice areas for energy security:
- Early development of integrated national energy plans
- Maximization of domestic energy production
- Diversification of energy supply
- Development of resilient and flexible supply chains
- Building of strategic reserves and storage
- Strengthening regional energy cooperation
- Strengthening energy efficiency and demand flexibility
“We can’t underestimate the impact that conflict in the Middle East has had on Asia – our region lost access to 60% of crude oil and more than a quarter of liquefied natural gas (LNG), along with a major source of refined products, fertilizer and chemical feedstocks,” Ms Duran said.
“How countries respond will be key to their future. What can they learn from their own vulnerabilities in this crisis and previous ones, and from the actions that have helped other nations in the region minimize the impact of supply chain disruption?
“Asia will continue to be reliant on imports to meet fast-growing energy demand. Recent geopolitical history tells us it’s a case of when the next shock comes, rather than if.
“Countries need to plan and prepare well in advance to develop the optionality and flexibility that will let them respond effectively to rapid changes in market conditions.”
ANGEA’s whitepaper highlights a range of case studies where best practice has helped countries manage the impact of the Strait of Hormuz closure. These include:
Japan’s focus on effective, integrated national energy planning – a multi-decade approach sharpened by events such as the Great East Japan earthquake in 2011.
Singapore’s 2025 switch to centralised LNG procurement. This long-term strategic shift had immediate benefits, with cargoes from alternative suppliers secured by GasCo helping replace Middle East supply.
Indian regulatory reform to unlock exploration and future oil and gas supply. This process began a decade ago and will underpin essential domestic production.
The whitepaper can be accessed in full at: https://angeassociation.com/energy-security-whitepaper
It will serve as a precursor to a deeper dive by ANGEA later in 2026 on energy infrastructure gaps in Asia.
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Simon White – Communications Advisor
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About the Asia Natural Gas & Energy Association
The Asia Natural Gas and Energy Association (ANGEA) provides deep energy industry expertise to help Asia Pacific countries adopt and execute pragmatic policies that balance national security, economic growth, and sustainable energy goals. ANGEA is the only regionally-based industry association reflecting the voice of the full natural gas value chain in Asia Pacific.
